Russia's New Nuclear Doctrine Raises Global Tensions

Russia's updated nuclear doctrine lowers the threshold for using nuclear weapons, adding ambiguity to its red lines, as a response to Ukraine's use of longer-range US missiles. This move, condemned by Western nations, is seen as an attempt to deter further Western involvement in the conflict. Experts suggest this could escalate tensions, bringing Russia closer to a direct conflict with NATO countries, while Putin may be leveraging the current geopolitical climate for strategic gains.